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“Full Life in the Emptiest of Places” by Lauren Wright Pittman![]()
Inspired by Isaiah 58:9b-12![]()
Words from the Beginning: Do The Good That is Yours To Do by © A Sanctified Art, sanctifiedart.org![]()
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“The community garden shelter provides nourishment for the twelve bees, which in turn provide for the whole ecosystem. When we do the good that is ours to do, our work in discipleship raises up the foundations of many generations. The whole community is uplifted when we lean into God’s will in our life and share that goodness with others.”![]()
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For the full artist statement, see worthingtonumc.com/wp-content/uploads/3rd-Sun-of-Advent-Full-Life-in-the-Emptiest-of-Places.pdf![]()
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To learn more about the artist and the other artists from this series, see: worthingtonumc.com/wp-content/uploads/About-the-Artists.pdf
“The Good That is Yours” by Lisle Gwynn Garrity![]()
Inspired by Luke 3:7-16![]()
Words from the Beginning: Do The Good That Is Yours To Do by © A Sanctified Art, sanctifiedart.org![]()
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“As John the Baptist preaches about transformation, he receives the same question three times from those gathered by the river: “What, then, shall we do?” His responses are straightforward and practical, but also particular. He tells the crowd to share any excess clothing and food with those who have none. He tells the tax collectors not to use their position of power to launder and steal money. He tells the soldiers not to coerce and threaten, and to be satisfied with their wages. ![]()
In other words, he tells them what not to do, which leads me to assume that those showing up to be baptized are carrying some things they need to atone for. And yet, they have shown up. They have journeyed into the wilderness to be baptized and transformed. They long for a new beginning.”![]()
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For the full artist statement, see worthingtonumc.com/wp-content/uploads/3rd-Sun-of-Advent-The-Good-that-is-Yours.pdf![]()
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To learn more about the artist and the other artists from this series, see: worthingtonumc.com/wp-content/uploads/About-the-Artists.pdf
The Leadership Board is delighted to announce that Reverend Tad Grover will serve as our interim senior pastor from January 1 through June 30. Tad, a retired United Methodist minister with extensive experience, is also a beloved member of our congregation.![]()
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This unique perspective makes him especially well-suited to lead us during this time of transition as we prepare to welcome our next senior pastor in July. Tad will partner with our staff and lay leaders to provide spiritual care and guidance in the coming months. To learn more about the many gifts Tad brings to us, please read his ministry statement (drive.google.com/file/d/1HyTByZwwCo1aSyw9JkKNUqK-ruqm4W0R/view).![]()
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Please take a moment to offer Tad, Janet, and the entire Grover family your prayers, support, and a warm welcome as Tad steps into this role. We are grateful for his leadership and God’s continued presence on our journey.
Important Message from Bishop Palmer about the Special Session of GC2019
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NewsChristmas Eve Worship Services
NewsHere at Worthington UMC, we offer four Christmas Eve services — choose which best fits your worship needs, and join us on Monday, December 24. 4:00 p.m. Family Christmas Eve Worship Our Family Service features a children’s Christmas Pageant and festive holiday music. 6:00 p.m. Holy and Low: A Contemporary Christmas Join us for a […]
Ways to Step In, Leap Out during Advent
NewsWe have many ways for you to get involved and give this Advent Season. We invite you to look over these opportunities and choose which ones work for you! Advent Shoe Collection: This year, as we move through the Advent Season, we are asking children of all ages to bring shoes of all sizes that […]
WUMC Youth Work Camp travels to Virginia Beach
NewsOur youth took our annual mission trip this year to Virginia Beach June 24-29. Work Camp has been a tradition for our high school students for many years. This year, the trip was planned from scratch and we couldn’t have made it possible without the connectional ministries of the United Methodist Church. We connected to […]
Worthington UMC shows their PRIDE
NewsWhere were you on Saturday, June 16? We wish you were with us! Over two dozen members of our Open Hearts team, and others from our congregation, walked together in the Columbus Pride Parade. Several members also worked the Reconciling Ministries booth at the Pride Festival. If you have never had this experience, we encourage […]